One of the few items I have of my Grandfather is this photo of him in his shop. We’re not sure of the date but guess 1920 + on minus a few. I love this pic & have it hanging in my home & a copy in my shop. It helps keep me grounded and I have to look at it every time I rant about not having all the tools I wish I had. Any body else have any old time photos of woodshops?

Wow Tim … that is just too cool. I have a similar photo of my dad working on the gold leaf for the top of the Iowa Capitol building. It gives you a warm feeling to look at these … and thanks to the photographers who had the forethought to record this bit of history.

This is a wonderful picture. This is a family heirloom that obviously is treasured. My father was a third generation carpenter and I would love to have a picture of him, my grandfather and great grandfather in a setting like this. You are blessed to have this treasured part of your family history.

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Gotta luv the chip collector in that photo. I wonder if thats a half a days work or a full day. I have a photograph of my great grandfather standing infront of his hardware store back in the ol horse and buggy days. The Livery is right next door. Old photos are cool, no doubt.